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Join us for the experience of a lifetime

The study abroad internship program gives you the opportunity to reinforce your academic study with relevant industry experience. As an intern you will complete:

  • 15 days/120 hours of industry placement
  • 8 hours of professional development workshops
  • 4 reflective journals (400 words each)
  • 1 final project report (2500 words).

The study abroad internship is worth 6 credit points. In general, students selected for the program will enrol in 3 units plus the internship.

Eligibility

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Study abroad internships are allocated on a competitive basis. To be considered for this program you need to:

  • be enrolled at a university overseas;
  • have completed at least 1.5 years of university study;
  • have a strong academic background;
  • satisfy the English language requirements; and
  • successfully complete an interview process after your arrival in Sydney.

Please note: the International Office will make every effort to offer internships to all eligible students however we cannot guarantee your placement before we interview you. In case your application to the study abroad internship program is unsuccessful, you are advised to also enrol for an additional subject. Your placement will be finalised by the third week of classes.

Internship areas

Internships are offered in the following areas:

  • Accounting
  • Human Resource Management
  • Advertising
  • Information Technology
  • Architecture
  • Marine Ecology
  • Finance
  • Marketing
  • Engineering
  • Media and Communications
  • Environmental Science
  • Medical Research
  • Events and Public Relations
  • Not For Profit
  • Film and Television
  • Research
  • Government and Policy
  • Sport Management
  • Graphic Design
  • Visual Arts/Curatorship

If your area of interest is not listed above, contact the Internship Program Coordinator by emailing to discuss alternative options.

Shape your future career

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As a study abroad intern you will have the chance to:

  • develop familiarity with the Australian workplace culture;
  • apply your learning in real workplace situations;
  • enhance your interpersonal, communication and cross-cultural skills
  • gain a competitive advantage in the graduate employment market by developing global connections in your chosen profession.

Fees

The 2012/13 study abroad tuition fee is $11,640 Australian dollars per semester. There are no additional fees for the internship program.

How to apply

If you are ready to apply for the Study Abroad Internship, simply your resume (CV) and a cover letter.

Closing dates

Applications for the Study Abroad Internship program must be received by:

  • 31 December 2012 for Semester 1, March 2013
  • 31 May 2013 for Semester 2, July 2013.
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